Short answer: the Bumpboxx Flare 8 for better sound quality, the Braven XXL 2 for the lower price. The Bumpboxx Flare 8 ranks #55 of 73 boombox speakers at $400. The Braven XXL 2 ranks #64 at $350, $50 cheaper.
What the Bumpboxx Flare 8 offers: It can get pretty loud Watch for: Bass is not deep, thuddy bass
What the Braven XXL 2 offers: 18 hour battery life; USB-A port charges your phone 4 times over. Watch for: Not very deep bass.
Buy the Bumpboxx Flare 8 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Braven XXL 2 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 73 boombox speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Braven XXL 2 is rated for 18 hours versus 12 hours for the Bumpboxx Flare 8.
Specifications Side By Side
| Bumpboxx Flare 8 | Braven XXL 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 | $350 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #55 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #64 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 19 lbs / 8.62 kg | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Built in Microphone | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| FM Tuner | Yes | - |
| Output Power | 200W | 100W |
| Dimensions | 28" x 8" x 16" (711 x 203 x 406 mm) | 22" x 9" x 8" (558.8 x 228.6 x 203.2 mm) |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Drivers | 8" woofer + tweeters | 60W dual drivers |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IPX5 |
| Max Volume | 118dB | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Bumpboxx Flare 8: $400 Bumpboxx
Pros: It can get pretty loud
Cons: Bass is not deep, thuddy bass
Full Bumpboxx Flare 8 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 28" x 8" x 16" (711 x 203 x 406 mm) |
| Drivers | 8" woofer + tweeters |
| EQ | Yes |
| FM Tuner | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX6 |
| Max Volume | 118dB |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 200W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 19 lbs / 8.62 kg |
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Braven XXL 2: $350 Discontinued
Pros: 18 hour battery life; USB-A port charges your phone 4 times over. IPX5 water-resistant and floats despite weight. Built-in subwoofer delivers powerful bass. Includes bottle opener.
Cons: Not very deep bass. Very heavy. Discontinued.
Full Braven XXL 2 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 22" x 9" x 8" (558.8 x 228.6 x 203.2 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 60W dual drivers |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Output Power | 100W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg |
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